Tenofovir + Emtricitabine
Tenofovir and emtricitabine 300/200 mg tablets, for HIV treatment with other medicines and to reduce the risk of HIV (PrEP), the combination in Truvada.
All strengths and pack prices
| Strength | Pack | Price | Per unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| 300/200mg | 30 tablets | US$71.40 | US$2.38 |
| 300/200mg | 60 tablets | US$122.40 | US$2.04 |
| 300/200mg | 90 tablets | US$165.60 | US$1.84 |
- Category
- Antivirals
- Active ingredients
- Tenofovir · Emtricitabine
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Film-coated tablet
- Strengths
- 300/200mg
You will receive a quality generic, depending on stock.
No prescription needed: we place your order for Tenofovir + Emtricitabine on your behalf.
- Conditions
- HIV Infection · Pre-exposure Prophylaxis
- Alternative names
- Truvada
- Therapeutic class
- Antiretroviral Combination
- Pharmacological class
- Nucleoside Reverse Transcriptase Inhibitor (NRTI)
- Contraindications
- hypersensitivity to any component
- Minor side effects
- diarrhoea; nausea; fatigue; headache
- Moderate side effects
- rash; abnormal dreams
- Dosage forms
- Film-coated tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Originator
- Gilead Sciences
- Onset time
- 1–2 hours
- Duration
- 24 hours
- Storage instructions
- Keep in original packaging in a cool, dry place.
- Drug interactions
- didanosine; nephrotoxic medications
- Age restrictions
- Used based on adult body weight requirements.
Precautions and warnings
monitor renal function regularly; observe for signs of lactic acidosis; monitor bone mineral density
Serious side effects
lactic acidosis, requires immediate medical attention; severe hepatomegaly, requires immediate medical attention; renal impairment, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Tenofovir with emtricitabine as a 300/200mg film-coated tablet, for HIV infection and pre-exposure prophylaxis. Two reverse transcriptase inhibitors.
Mechanism of action
A combination of two nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitors that compete with natural substrates for binding to the viral enzyme, terminating the DNA chain and effectively slowing viral growth.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: May be used if clinically indicated. Breastfeeding: Consult a specialist, generally advised against for HIV-positive mothers.
Tenofovir + emtricitabine combines two antiviral medicines in one tablet. It is used with other HIV medicines to treat HIV infection, and on its own as pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) to help reduce the risk of getting HIV, together with safer sex practices. It comes as 300/200 mg tablets; the original brand is Truvada.
PrEP is only for people who are HIV-negative, and many HIV tests can miss an infection caught recently, so testing comes first and is repeated during use. If you have hepatitis B, it may flare up when you stop the tablets (Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Health Care).
Buying Tenofovir + Emtricitabine online
Generic tenofovir and emtricitabine from India costs a fraction of the original brand. Regular HIV, kidney and hepatitis B checks with a doctor are part of taking it.
FAQ
What is Tenofovir + Emtricitabine used for?
Tenofovir + Emtricitabine contains tenofovir and emtricitabine, used for HIV infection and pre-exposure prophylaxis. Tenofovir + Emtricitabine is a combination of two nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitors that compete with natural substrates for binding to the viral enzyme, terminating the DNA chain and effectively slowing viral growth.
Is Tenofovir + Emtricitabine a generic?
Yes. Tenofovir + Emtricitabine is a generic medicine sold under the name of its active ingredients, tenofovir and emtricitabine, rather than under a brand. The exact manufacturer depends on stock.
What is the price of Tenofovir + Emtricitabine?
The price varies with strength and pack size. Tenofovir + Emtricitabine comes in a 300/200mg strength, in packs of 30 to 90 tablets, and the price per tablet for every option is shown above, in US dollars or the currency you choose. Larger packs cost less per tablet. Paying with Bitcoin or Ethereum gives you an extra 10% off.
Is Tenofovir + Emtricitabine sold under other names?
Other brands of tenofovir and emtricitabine include Truvada.
How quickly does Tenofovir + Emtricitabine work?
Tenofovir and emtricitabine usually start to work within 1 to 2 hours, and their effect lasts about 24 hours. How quickly it works can differ from one person to another.
What are the side effects of Tenofovir + Emtricitabine?
The common side effects of tenofovir and emtricitabine are diarrhoea, nausea, fatigue and headache. Less common ones include rash and abnormal dreams. Serious but less common side effects include lactic acidosis, severe hepatomegaly and renal impairment, which need urgent medical attention.
Can I take Tenofovir + Emtricitabine with other medicines?
Tenofovir and emtricitabine can interact with didanosine and nephrotoxic medications. Tell your doctor or pharmacist about every medicine you take before you start Tenofovir + Emtricitabine.
Can I order Tenofovir + Emtricitabine online without a prescription?
Online, yes: VGR Australia does not ask for a prescription to order Tenofovir + Emtricitabine. We are an online store, not a dispensing pharmacy; we arrange your order and delivery on your behalf.
Ordering without a prescription →Do you deliver Tenofovir + Emtricitabine to Australia?
Yes. Our pharmacy partners ship from India to Australia in discreet packaging. Standard Airmail takes up to 3 weeks; Express Tracked Courier takes up to 1 week.
How ordering works →What you will receive
Tenofovir + Emtricitabine is a generic medicine sold under the name of its active ingredient, Tenofovir / Emtricitabine, rather than under a brand.
- You receive a quality generic; the exact manufacturer depends on what is in stock at the dispatching warehouse.
- It contains the same active ingredient and has the same strength as the original brand.